This category includes content for tons of FCA, Chrysler, Dodge, Ram and Jeep vehicles and engines, including the HEMI engines. We have tons of articles for these brands ranging from Ram 1500 upgrades to 5.7 & 6.4 HEMI mods, engine problems, and everything between. Check out specific categories for more info on a certain engine or model. Otherwise, scroll down and check out all the various Dodge, Ram, Jeep, and Chrysler articles.
The Jeep Wrangler is not only one of the most identifiable SUVs ever made, but also one of the most capable. As an off-road vehicle, very few other manufacturers can touch the Wrangler, and the newer generations are good on the road too. There are pros and cons to each generation, so, what are the…
The 5.7 HEMI is a staple of the MOPAR lineup and has been since it was introduced in 2003. It has provided more than enough power to put rubber to the road in vehicles like the Charger and Challenger R/T, Chrysler 300C, and a bunch of RAM trucks. Despite being such a fan-favorite engine, it…
First released in 2011, FCA Stellantis’ 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 engine has quickly become one of the most popular all around power plants. Many people have even gone as far as to say the 3.6 Pentastar is “bulletproof” in its reliability. What exactly does a “bulletproof” 3.6 Pentastar mean and is that really true? That’s…
The Pentastar V6 range has been Chrysler’s mid-tier powerhouse for over a decade now, comprised of both the 3.2L Pentastar V6 and the 3.6L Pentastar V6 in US markets. In the opinion of most owners of Pentastar-equipped vehicles, it is a well-rounded and generally reliable engine that powers some of the most popular cars that…
For 20 years, the AMC 4.0 inline-six engine powered various off-road machines and was an extremely reliable engine. They are known for going well over 150,000-250,000 miles without breaking a sweat, and they are damn dependable when out on the trail or on the rocks. Yet, if there is one knock to them, it’s the…
From 2005–2010, the 6.1 HEMI V8 was the top of the class for Dodge performance. Dodge put it inside the likes of the Charger/Challenger SRT-8 and Chrysler 300C SRT-8, and even the Grand Cherokee and Magnum SRT-8s, too. Depending on the model and year, it produced 420-425 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque. For its…
Chryslers 3.6L Pentastar engine delivers respectable power and performance from the factory. Simple bolt-on upgrades can deliver significant power gains. For those wanting to take things even further, turbo kits are able to push the engine to 400-700+ horsepower. In this guide, I discuss 3.6 Pentastar turbo kits along with power gains, engine limits, and…
A cold air intake will help improve airflow on the 3.6 Pentastar, resulting in 5-10hp power gains, better throttle response, and improved gas mileage. Ultimately, the benefits make it one of the best performance upgrades on these engines. In this guide we’re going to discuss the basics of intake upgrades, provide real data figures on…
The P0128 fault code is the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) used by Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and numerous other manufacturers to signify that the coolant temperature in the engine is too cold for the thermostat to regulate. The P0128 engine code can result from numerous issues including a malfunctioning thermostat, a faulty coolant temperature sensor, a…
One of the most popular 6.4 HEMI bolt-ons is a throttle body upgrade. A throttle body upgrade offers impressive performance gains at a cheap price point – relative to other upgrades. It’s a simple upgrade that’s essential for pushing the engine to the next level. In this guide, I discuss 6.4 HEMI throttle body upgrades,…
First released in 2011, the Chrysler 3.6 Pentastar V6 engine has found a home over the last decade in some of the top Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles on the market. Depending on the vehicle, the Pentastar produces between 285–305 horsepower and 251–269 lb-ft of torque. While that is certainly enough to get around town,…
The 3.6 Pentastar V6 engine has been in production since 2011, and it is one of the most popular engines for vehicles in the Chrysler (Stellantis) lineup. In the Chargers and Challengers, it makes 292–300 horsepower, and the Jeeps get the slightly less powerful 285 horsepower version. However, if you are looking to seriously turn…
